Travel to bonnie Scotland with WUSF.

It's a land of magnificent castles, renowned malt whisky, dramatic coastlines and one of the world's top arts festivals. If you've always dreamed of going to Scotland, stop dreaming and sign up for WUSF's Tour to Scotland and the famed Edinburgh International Festival. The 10-day trip is scheduled

to begin during the last week of August--it's a simply stunning time of year in Scotland! Only 25 lucky travelers will get to experience a wide variety of sights and experiences. Tour participants will:

* Attend performances during the final week of the Edinburgh International Festival, a celebration of classical music, theater, opera and dance. Highlights include a performance by one of the world's great orchestras, the Berlin Philharmonic under the baton of Sir Simon Rattle. You'll also attend a concert by the Scottish Chamber Orchestra with Sir Charles Mackerras.

* Explore the city of Edinburgh, one of Europe's most beautiful capitals.

* Enjoy world-class accommodations at The Culloden House in Inverness, named "Best Hotel in Scotland" by Conde Nast Traveller Readers Travel Awards in 2005. It's where Bonnie Prince Charlie was headquartered during the famous Battle of Culloden, the final battle fought with Highland rebels in 1745.

* Discover the windswept beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

* Tour Scotland's "castle country" in the Inverness countryside.

* Attend the Braemar Royal Highland Games, the largest of the Highland Games--attended by the Queen of England and the Royal Family!

* Visit world-famous whisky distilleries.

* Visit the hauntingly beautiful Isle of Skye. It's the largest and best-known of the Inner Hebrides and is known as the Misty Isle.

* And so much more!

If you're a fan of WUSF, maybe it's time you took a trip with others who appreciate the programming and spirit of WUSF. To find out more about this exciting adventure, visit www.wusf.org or call Cathy Coccia at (813) 974-8624

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